EPAT treatments for Achilles Tendonitis

and Plantar Fascitis

Our Doctors are excited about bringing this new technology to Coffee County, Tennessee.

Heel pain, Achilles Tendonitis and Plantar Fascitis, is the most common foot problem presenting in our office.

While most heel pain is responsive to conservative therapy including night splints, orthotics, strapping, physical therapy, NSAIDS, corticosteroid injections, rest and walking boot, 10% of patients remain with pain. These patients are faced with the choice of having surgery or living with pain.

EPAT is a new technology that is a safe, non invasive option to surgery. It is almost painless, inexpensive and uses the physics of sound wave technology.

Swiss made by Storz Medical and distributed by CuraMedix in North America, EPAT is used extensively in Europe and Canada.

The mode of action during Pulse Therapy is to stimulate chemical processes providing improved blood circulation in the pain regions to promote natural healing.

Achilles Tendonitis Treatment

The patient is positioned comfortably prone (lying on your stomach) with a pillow under the ankle.

The boundaries of the Achilles Tendon and area of most pain is identified.

The Storz D-Actor 200 with EPAT (Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology) the First High Frequency pain management system with a broad range of applications make the D-Actor 200 system the most advanced and versatile non-invasive, in-office treatment solution.

Our Doctors are excited about bringing this new technology to Coffee County.

Heel pain is the most common foot problem presenting in our office. It is often attributed to plantar fascitis or Achilles tendonitis.

While most heel pain is responsive to conservative therapy including orthotics, strapping, physical therapy, NSAIDS, corticosteroid injections and rest, 10% of patients remain with pain. These patients are faced with the choice of having surgery or living with pain.

EPAT is a new technology that is a safe, non invasive option to surgery. It is almost painless, inexpensive and uses the physics of sound wave technology.

Swiss made by Storz Medical and distributed by CuraMedix in North America, EPAT is used extensively in Europe and Canada.

The mode of action during Pulse Therapy is to stimulate chemical processes providing improved blood circulation in the pain regions to promote natural healing.

What does EPAT treat?

Plantar fascitis

Bursitis ( Bursitis is inflammation of a bursa. The major bursae are located adjacent to the tendons near the large joints, such as the shoulders, elbows, hips, and knees.)

Tibialis anterior syndrome

Achilles tendonitis

Non-unions of Bones

Heel spurs

Hallux limitus

Various chronic enthesiopathies (painful irritation of tendon attachments due to overexertion and improper strain, or due to a degenerative process)

The Storz D-Actor 200 with EPAT (Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Technology) the First High Frequency pain management system with a broad range of applications make the D-Actor 200 system the most advanced and versatile non-invasive, in-office treatment solution.

What..are...the....expected.....results?
The initial beneficial effects of EPAT are often experienced after only 3 treatments. Some patients report immediate pain relief after a treatment, although it can take up to four weeks for pain relief to begin. The procedure eliminates pain and restores full mobility, thus improving your quality of life. Over 80% of patients treated report to be pain free and/or have significant pain reduction.

Is..it...Safe?
Yes. This FDA approved technology was developed in Europe and is currently used around the globe. A wealth of medical experience, state-of-the-art engineering and optimal quality have been built into each EPAT device, and extensive clinical studies and tests have confirmed its safety and efficacy.

If performed by a qualified medical professional, EPAT has virtually no risks or side effects.

Is..it...covered....by....Insurance?
If you have a Health Savings Account or Medical IRA, 100% of the cost can be covered. However, in most situations, health insurance coverage varies and EPAT is a cash therapy.

weekly intervals.

What..are...the....expected.....results?
The initial beneficial effects of EPAT are often experienced after only 3 treatments. Some patients report immediate pain relief after a treatment, although it can take up to four weeks for pain relief to begin. The procedure eliminates pain and restores full mobility, thus improving your quality of life. Over 80% of patients treated report to be pain free and/or have significant pain reduction.

Is..it...Safe?
Yes. This FDA approved technology was developed in Europe and is currently used around the globe. A wealth of medical experience, state-of-the-art engineering and optimal quality have been built into each EPAT device, and extensive clinical studies and tests have confirmed its safety and efficacy.

What..are...the....expected.....results?
The initial beneficial effects of EPAT are often experienced after only 3 treatments. Some patients report immediate pain relief after a treatment, although it can take up to four weeks for pain relief to begin. The procedure eliminates pain and restores full mobility, thus improving your quality of life. Over 80% of patients treated report to be pain free and/or have significant pain reduction.

Is..it...Safe?
Yes. This FDA approved technology was developed in Europe and is currently used around the globe. A wealth of medical experience, state-of-the-art engineering and optimal quality have been built into each EPAT device, and extensive clinical studies and tests have confirmed its safety and efficacy.

If performed by a qualified medical professional, EPAT has virtually no risks or side effects.

Is..it...covered....by....Insurance?
If you have a Health Savings Account or Medical IRA, 100% of the cost can be covered. However, in most situations, health insurance coverage varies and EPAT is a cash therapy.

Benefits of EPAT

Patients are immediately fully weight bearing.

Bilateral patients can be treated at the same time.

No incision-No risk of infection at the treatment site-No scar tissue formation.

Patients are able to return to work/normal activities within 24-48 hours, resuming strenuous activities after 4 – 6 weeks.